C91000 - Copper Alloys

An American continuous cast high strength tin bronze CuSn15. With the high tin content the alloy has low elongation, shock and impact resistance. Suitable for highly stressed sliding plates and sliding blocks, sliding bearing shells of thick-walled design for p max. = 8,000 N / cm 2. The alloy can also be supplied to alternative specifications QQ-C-390 D2, QQ-B-1005 Comp 9, Mil-B-16262 Grade 111 and AFNOR A 53-707.

Equivalent Specifications

ASTM B505 C91000
SAE J461
SAE J462
QQC 390B Type 111
MIL B 16262 Grade 111
QQB-1005 Comp 9
Navy G

Key Features

Hard, strong, tough, resistant to wear, fine-grained. Good machinability and corrosion-resistant to sea water. Good resistance to pounding.

Typical Uses

Worm wheels, gears, bushings for heavy loads and low speeds. Used for piston rings.

Description	Tin Bronze
Nominal Composition	CuSn15
Alloy Type	cast

Typical Mechanical Properties

Tensile Strength (N/mm²)	220
Proof/Yield Strength (N/mm²)	172
Elongation (%)	2
Hardness Brinell	160
Impact Izod J20°C

Typical Physical Properties

Density g/cm³	8.78
Melting Temperature Range °C	818 - 960
Thermal Conductivity W/mK
Electrical Resistivity μΩ.m15°C	0.185
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion 0-250°C
Relative Magnetic Permeability
Coefficient of Friction

Copper Alloys has the ability to modify existing alloys for improved performance. Many customers have benefited from this in the past.

To discuss your requirements, call a member of Copper Alloys’s technical team on +44 (0) 1782-816888, or email [email protected].

This Data is indicative only and must not be seen as a substitute for the full specification from which it is drawn. In particular, the mechanical property requirements vary widely with tempeter, product and product dimensions. The information is based on our present knowledge and is given in good faith. However, no liability will be accepted by the Company in respect of any action taken by any third party in reliance thereon.

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